Can I run 87 octane in my Hemi?
Can I run 87 octane in my Hemi?
All of the new vehicles “CAN” run 87 octane fuel, but it’s not recommended and used repeatedly or long term will eventually result in engine damage.
What kind of fuel does a Ram 1500 use?
However, Ram states in its owner’s manual fuel as low as 87 octane is acceptable, but maximum performance and fuel economy is achieved with 89. What’s surprising about this octane recommendation is the 5.7-liter is the most popular engine in the 1500 lineup.
What kind of gas mileage does a 2013 Ram 1500 get?
combined. city/highway. MPG. City MPG: 10. city. Highway MPG: 12. highway. 9.1 gal/100mi. 2013 Ram 1500 2WD 8 cyl, 5.7 L, Automatic 6-spd.
What kind of gas do you use in a GM Truck?
(Image courtesy of General Motors) GM recommends using 93 octane gasoline for its top-of-the-line 6.2-liter V-8-equipped trucks. The owner’s manual does state as low as 87 octane is acceptable for the engine. However, to achieve maximum performance and fuel economy you must use 93.
What kind of fuel does a GMC Sierra use?
The 2020 GMC Sierra SLT with the 6.2L V-8 engine requires premium fuel. (Image courtesy of General Motors) Gone are the days where premium fuel is reserved for high-end sedans and SUVs. As truck customers demanded more performance from their rigs, manufacturers responded with bigger, more capable V-8s.
However, Ram states in its owner’s manual fuel as low as 87 octane is acceptable, but maximum performance and fuel economy is achieved with 89. What’s surprising about this octane recommendation is the 5.7-liter is the most popular engine in the 1500 lineup.
What’s the best grade of gas for a Dodge Ram?
Then try other grades and see what works best for you. If you pay $3.00 for regular and $3.30 for premium a 10% increase in gas mileage would pay for itself. I doubt you would get a 10% increase but the power gains might be worth it.
(Image courtesy of General Motors) GM recommends using 93 octane gasoline for its top-of-the-line 6.2-liter V-8-equipped trucks. The owner’s manual does state as low as 87 octane is acceptable for the engine. However, to achieve maximum performance and fuel economy you must use 93.
The 2020 GMC Sierra SLT with the 6.2L V-8 engine requires premium fuel. (Image courtesy of General Motors) Gone are the days where premium fuel is reserved for high-end sedans and SUVs. As truck customers demanded more performance from their rigs, manufacturers responded with bigger, more capable V-8s.
